BHS·Richmond, Kentucky
Provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse in an emergency department setting. Responsibilities include assisting with personal hygiene, collecting laboratory specimens, and maintaining a clean patient environment.
Job Title: Patient Care Technician/ ED Tech Full Time Nights 7p-7a, Weekend Requirements The Emergency Department is a 19 bed/ 4 chaired area with a separate 2 bay, 1 bed clinical decision area designated for patients ranging in age from birth to death with health care needs from nonemergent to critical. The unit has designated rooms used for life-threatening conditions with special equipment and supplies, and rooms designated as fast track for non-emergent patients
Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, the ER Technician/Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides direct and indirect patient care. The PCT provides excellence in patient care while respecting human dignity and the uniqueness of everyone. Empathy, compassion, communication, and teamwork are the hallmarks of the PCT-nurse-patient relationship. Performs direct patient care and related tasks as outlined by scope of practice and including but not limited to: Assists patients in personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dental and oral care, hair, and nail care. Assists patients with bowel and bladder functions while maintaining dignity. Records patient intake and output (I & O). Collects, labels, and transports specimens for laboratory analysis. Changes and transports soiled and contaminated linens according to procedure. Maintains clean and tidy patient room/environment. Assists patients with activity, turning and repositioning as indicated by provider order and in collaboration with the nurse. Communicates pertinent patient information/findings to patient’s nurse. Sets priorities for the care of multiple patients.
Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required OR successful completion of first year of a Nursing program and validation of a clinical rotation consistent with level of education OR Current Certified Medical Assistant OR Verified EMT Certification High School Diploma or equivalent Basic Life Support (must be obtained within 30 days of hire)
Full-Time 32 weekly hours (0.8 FTE) - 40 weekly hours (1.0 FTE) Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance Life Insurance Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Identity Theft Protection Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire Bereavement Leave (includes pets) PTO Sell Back Program Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support Retirement with Company Match If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Market context
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